Sprue Cutters' Union

in this episode the guys talk letters, burrs, the new Hong Kong Models A-20 Havoc, and rivets. again.

They also interview John Chung, Shane Doak and David Parker, all of whom have recently finished big projects, and talk to them about sustaining motivation and seeing these projects through to a top level finish,

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In this episode, Tracy, Will, and Chris interview armour modeller, experienced editor, and former RAF Armorer, Spud (aka John Murphy). They talk mud, missiles and dirtbikes, uncovering the mysteries of the lurgy, and wearing strong glasses.

Spud can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=600108293 
a gallery of his work can also be found on our facebook page under this episode

In their rambling rants and chat, the guys manage to read some letters, including one from Clay Williams about judging at Modelpalooza 2022 in Orlando. Clay gave us some links to the judging sheets: https://www.ipmsorlando.org/2022-modelpalooza-contest-results.html?fbclid=IwAR0qYb1f8lD5y5KcXe7FXfaYUzf50io-X6E1XRs1D3a66b7THZsRTrVT740, and to the scoring process, https://www.ipmsorlando.org/modelpalooza-contest-rules.html

all this, and burrs under the saddle too? you've never had it so good.

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In this episode, Chris is AWOL and Tracy and Will run the show, with special guest host JD Bybee, The OG Sprue Cutter himself.

The Interview is with Scott Taylor of SMS models

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And don't forget Chris' new podcast https://modelsfromukraine.buzzsprout.com/
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In this episode, Chris, Tracy, and Will critique a model sent in by listener Enzo Accorda. If you would like your model critiqued on the show, please email us at [email protected]

They also discuss having your own modelling network of people whose opinions you value, and how it can help you grow as a modeller

This week's interview is with modellers, artists, architect and all round incredible builder: Chloé Plattner.
Chloé's work can be see on our facebook page Here https://www.facebook.com/spruecuttersu/ 
Wiener Modellbau Manufactur, Chloé's model company, is Here: https://www.wmm.at/

you can see Enzo's Hayate pictures on our facebook page also.

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And don't forget Chris' new podcast https://modelsfromukraine.buzzsprout.com/
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In this episode, Will, Chris, and Tracy discuss more saddle burrs, kit quality, and how to farm f*cks.

They also interview Grzegorz Mazurowski from Arma hobby and find out more about how this exciting producer views kit manufacture, design and the market.

Arma Hobby: https://www.armahobby.com/

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And don't forget Chris' new podcast https://modelsfromukraine.buzzsprout.com/
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In this episode you might feel a little prick:

Tracy, Will, and Chris respond some letters, get some burrs out from under their saddle, and discuss how to get published in magazines and books.

They also chat to Andy Canning about the upcoming SCALE SCOTLAND show (https://www.scalescotland.co.uk/)

They also interview the superbly talented David Lane about his figure painting and aircraft modelling, and root canals.

You can contact the show at [email protected]
Please check out Chris' new podcast:

 Models From Ukraine https://modelsfromukraine.buzzsprout.com/

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This episode, Chris, Tracy and Will dive into the letters bag to pull out some gems, and tackle a douchebag.

They also interview Ukrainian Figure Sculptor and frontline soldier: Anton Derbilov. Please note: the sound on the interview is quite poor. This was beyond our control and was due to the limitations of technology in the time available to us. We recommend headphones when listening to this interview. you can check out Anton's band "alcohol ukulele" Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/AlcoholUkulele or on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/alcoholukulele/?hl=en

As one point we mention Pat McGrath. You can here his one man show "Small Plastic Wars" here: https://www.rte.ie/radio/podcasts/22116827-small-plastic-wars-by-pat-mcgrath-drama-on-one/

Unbeknownst to us at the time of recording, Pat is also the guest on the current episode of our friends Jim and Barry's podcast Small Subjects! You can hear that here: http://www.boxdioramas.com/smallsubjects

contact the show: [email protected] or https://www.facebook.com/spruecuttersu

PLEASE support our sponsors
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In this episode, Will leads proceedings and Matt McDougall joins Will to debrief us on their IPMS USA Nationals experience

Our interview this episode was recorded at the nats, and is with internationally reknowned modeller Sam Dwyer!

Check out Sam's work on Facebook
SD Scale Models
and Instagram
sd_scale_models

Check out Matt's own reflections on the nationals on his blog:
Doogs Models

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In this Episode, Tracy leads the circus, with a discussion on the importance of presentation, and types of presentation you might consider for your model or figure.

Darren Thompson is our guest interview, and he educates Chris and Tracy!

You can find an album of the work discussed here: https://www.facebook.com/spruecuttersu

Listen to the end for some bonus content....

Please do send us your feedback and comments to [email protected]

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In this Episode, Will asks tracy and chris all about their recent trip to the EPIC World Model Expo, we also hear interviews from the show, with Penny Meyer, Rick Lawler, Robert Blokker, The Finns: Petri, Mika, Leepu, Teemu and Pekka; and with Patrick Kamsma and Robert Crombeecke gives us the full debrief on what will go down in history as the biggest model and miniature blow we've ever seen!

This show is brought to you by:
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The Scale Modellers Supply (https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/)
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